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There are pretty
much plenty of jobs a person can do that promise extra bucks and one of them is
a roof repair job. This job can be tough, and if you are not in for some risk,
then this thing is not for you. However, if you love to do this task and if you
are capable enough to do so, then perhaps it’s the job you may want to
consider. The big question: how much money can you earn with this work?

According to Bureau
of Labor Statistics, a roofer can averagely earn at least $18.54 per hour, and
that will sum up to $38,570 (or more) per year. In order to attain this though,
you need to basically assess yourself first if you can handle the task.
Potential roofers usually go through a formal apprenticeship program which
usually takes three years. This training includes classroom discussions and on
the job working experience (with pay). Roofers should also be at least 18 years
old and above and should possess a high school diploma and good and sound
physicality.

This job is a
bit challenging and hazardous. That explains the generous amount of salary the
consumers promise. But as mentioned, you should be certain enough that it’s the
job you are willing to take because of its danger. But then again, this kind of
job can be readily available as roofs decline more quickly compared to other
parts of the building and they are needed to be replaced more often. Therefore,
the job demand will always be there.

Roofs are the
very important parts of a building or structure. They are basically the first
line of defense when we’re talking about natural hazards like rain, fire, snow,
wind, and heat. Of course, roofs do not exist forever and they will be damaged
from time to time. That’s why the need to regularly replace it is really a
must. However, you can still mend the damage if you can, and not necessarily replace
them. But if you’re going to do that, there are disadvantages and one of them
is the cost. Roof repairs can be a bit expensive, so therefore the wide option
that you should likely consider is to replace them. But first, you need to learn
how to look for any damage of your roof.

Roof problems
can be apparent when you’re inside the building and there are indications of water
stains on a ceiling. Water stains can be a sign of roof leaks and no matter how
small those leaks are, they can be a sign of a bigger problem as well.

Odors and molds
can also be a sign of roof troubles because these may signal roof leaks that
result entrance of water inside the ceiling. If you discover these things, you
need to assess it yourself or hire a roofer or a contractor in order to maintain
safeties. Things that you also need to look for when inspecting any roof damage
are roof flashing, bubbles, and standing water.